1 Continuation of medical benefits during the leave under terms similar to those of COBRA.  Protection from discharge upon return to work except for cause for a period of time depending on the length of military service.
U.S., China to Sign Paris Climate Accord in April. The United States and China confirmed this week that they will sign the Paris climate change agreement in New York on April 22, a move that officials hope will help the accord enter into force this year.
The U.S. and China, which together account for nearly 40 percent of global emissions, have said they intend to formally join the agreement this year. It will enter into force once 55 countries representing at least 55 percent of global emissions have done so. (MORE: 9 Things to Know About the Paris Climate Agreement)